Preliminary identification
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Overview
A nostalgic 11-piece collection of vintage pulpboard beer coasters, featuring iconic North American and imported brands from the late 20th century. The assortment includes die-cut maple leaf Molson coasters, classic Moosehead graphics, Newcastle Brown Ale, Grizzly Beer, and a set of Miller Genuine Draft bottle-cap designs.
Story
In the 1980s and 90s, these simple pulpboard squares were the unsung heroes of the local pub, designed to soak up condensation while quietly building brand empires. This collection captures the golden era of imported Canadian lagers and the rise of cold-filtered draft innovations in North American bar culture.
Maker / Origin
These coasters were produced by commercial printing houses specializing in high-absorption pulpboard for major global breweries like Molson (founded in Montreal in 1786), Moosehead (Canada's oldest independent brewery), and Newcastle.
Condition & Value
The coasters show moderate signs of age and use, including light staining, edge wear, and minor discoloration on the pulpboard. The graphics remain bright and legible, with no major tears or severe water warping, which is typical for authentic bar-used ephemera.
Full Research
Sold comps, value drivers, and venue guidance pulled from recent auction results.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.